Wedding Bands & Jewelry Crafted by a Master Artisan
Since 2006, master goldsmith Markus Wiesner has been crafting wedding bands and jewelry with joy and passion using the Japanese metalworking technique known as Mokume Gane. Mokume Gane rings are distinguished by their unique patterns, which often resemble the grain of wood. It’s no coincidence that “Mokume Gane” translates to “wood-grained metal.”
A distinctive feature of our goldsmithing: We craft our Mokume Gane wedding rings SEAMLESSLY, without any visible joints. The result is a ring with a continuous pattern, with no beginning and no end—hand-forged as a one-of-a-kind piece and, at the same time, a beautiful symbol of the bond between two people.
Engagement Rings and Mokume Gane Jewelry – Unique and Diverse
Engagement rings can be as unique as the people who wear them. In our goldsmith’s workshop, you’ll find custom-crafted engagement rings made with Mokume Gane as well as classic designs by Gerstner. Depending on your preferences, you can combine different precious metals, diamonds, and design details.
Mokume Gane lends an engagement ring a particularly unique character thanks to its vibrant lines and interplay of colors. For those who prefer a more classic style, we also offer a selection of engagement rings in various designs and precious metals.
In addition to engagement rings, we also craft pendants, necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets in Mokume Gane. You’ll find a selection of Mokume Gane jewelry in our studio and shop .
Das besondere Steckenpferd von Markus und Michael Wiesner ist die japanische Schmiedetechnik „Mokume Gane“. Und innerhalb dieser, die Fertigung von faszinierenden Unikat Ringen und Trauringen. Diese über 360 Jahre alte Schmiedetechnik aus Japan eröffnet ein unfassbar weites Feld an kreativem Schaffen und damit verbunden unendlich viele Möglichkeiten, mal mehr, mal weniger kontrolliert, neue Strukturen und Farbenspiele zu entdecken. Auch wenn das Grundmuster der von uns gefertigten Mokume Gane Eheringe ein weiteres mal nachempfunden werden kann, entstehen bei jedem neuen Paar Mokume Gane Ringe wieder einzigartige Unikate. Die handwerkliche Fertigung mit der Walze und dem Schmiedehammer, und der erforderliche individuelle Umgang mit jedem verschweißten Mokume Gane Barren, lassen die Linien und Strukturen bei jedem Paar Trauringe einmalig erscheinen.
Family Rings – Personalized and Custom-Designed
A family ring can be so much more than a traditional signet or coat-of-arms ring. It can encapsulate memories, relationships, and a family’s history in a truly personal piece of jewelry.
We had the privilege of designing the ring shown here for a family who had already exchanged Wiesner Mokume Gane rings at their wedding. Here, wild Mokume Gane meets simple rose gold, connected by a continuous wave motif. Two small gemstones represent the children who have since been born.
Perhaps you, too, have your own idea for a family ring. We’d be happy to transform your story into a personalized piece of jewelry.
Gerstner Wedding Rings | Classic Wedding Rings
Since "Wiesner - Die Goldschmiede" has developed from a classic jewelry store to a goldsmith's store, classic wedding rings have also been part of our range since the beginning.
In this sector we have chosen years ago the company August Gerstner from Pforzheim. The company, which manufactures 100% in Pforzheim, convinces us as goldsmiths both with the quality of the wedding rings and with your understanding of service and your focus on sustainability.
Gerstner Trauringe is a certified member of the "Responsible Jewellery Council" and is committed to incorporating ethical, human rights, social and environmental considerations into their business planning.
Wedding rings made from family gold or recycled gold
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue
Perhaps you own inherited family gold or old gold that holds special meaning for you. If the alloy quality allows it, we can craft this material directly into new wedding rings, thereby carrying on memories and family history in the new rings.
We very often craft highly personalized wedding bands from gifted or inherited gold. Alternatively, we can offer a credit for the old gold if direct processing isn’t technically feasible.
Learn more about the options available with our wedding rings made from family gold or old gold.
Zodiac Sign Jewelry
Zodiac signs are with us throughout our lives.
The zodiac jewelry designed by Michael Wiesner in 2004 is based on the constellations as we see them in the night sky of the Northern Hemisphere. Small brilliant-cut diamonds reflect the twinkle of the stars, while finely chiseled connecting lines trace the outline of each constellation.
Wiesner’s zodiac jewelry collection includes rings, necklaces, and bracelets and can be customized upon request—for example, with colored gemstones or multiple zodiac signs in a single piece. This collection is also a popular choice for a personal gift or an extraordinary wedding band.
Mamaring – The Baby Gift
The Mamaring is a personalized piece of jewelry commemorating the birth of a child. The children’s names are immortalized on the ring through a handcrafted engraving.
Originally, the idea was to transfer the mother’s original handwriting onto the ring. Over time, many other variations have emerged. We find engravings in the children’s own, still-unsteady handwriting particularly beautiful—a very personal snapshot that makes the ring a special keepsake.
Perhaps you have your own unique idea for your Mom Ring. We’d be happy to customize it to your specifications.
WHO WE ARE | WHAT WE DO
Markus Wiesner – Master Goldsmith & Mokume Gane Specialist
Markus Wiesner has been a master goldsmith since 2000 and has been passionately crafting wedding bands and jewelry using the Mokume Gane technique since 2006. In addition to Mokume Gane, our in-house workshop also produces classic wedding bands, engagement rings, family rings, and custom-made jewelry.
A large portion of our in-house collections—including Mokume Gane wedding bands, zodiac sign jewelry, and “Mama” rings—is handcrafted by Markus. The result is not mass-produced, generic jewelry, but pieces that are individually tailored to our customers’ wishes.
Family-owned business since 1982
Michael Wiesner – Design, Consulting & Digital Media
The company was founded in 1982 by Doris Wiesner as “Schmuckstudio Wiesner” and has been run by Markus and Michael Wiesner, the second generation of the family, since 2001.
Michael Wiesner combines a deep understanding of craftsmanship with design and consulting. As a trained cabinetmaker and business administrator, he has been involved in jewelry design, CAD design, photography, and digital media for many years. In 2005, it was Michael who discovered the Mokume Gane forging technique, thereby providing a key impetus for the goldsmiths’ current direction.
The Mamaring and Zodiac Sign jewelry collections are his creations. Together with Markus, he develops new ideas, advises customers, and oversees custom projects from the initial concept to the finished piece of jewelry.
Mokume Gane Wedding Bands – Each Pair Is One-of-a-Kind
Markus and Michael Wiesner’s particular passion is the Japanese forging technique “Mokume Gane” and, within that, the creation of custom wedding bands and jewelry rings. This Japanese forging technique, which dates back over 360 years, opens up an exceptionally wide range of design possibilities. Through various combinations of precious metals, patterns, and processing steps, new textures and color effects are constantly created.
Even though a basic pattern in our Mokume Gane rings can be repeated, no two pairs are exactly alike. The artisanal craftsmanship using a roller and a blacksmith’s hammer, along with the individualized treatment of each welded Mokume Gane ingot, allows new lines and structures to emerge in every ring.
If you’d like to learn more about the traditional art of metalworking, check out our article “What Is Mokume Gane?” for a detailed explanation of the technique, history, and unique characteristics of Mokume Gane.
Forge Your Own Wedding Bands—An Experience for Two
Forging your own wedding rings is a special shared experience that you’ll remember for a long time.
Under the professional guidance of master goldsmith Markus Wiesner, you can create your own wedding rings even without much craftsmanship. Markus will demonstrate the individual steps, introduce you to the techniques, and guide you throughout the entire process.
You can choose from a variety of options. Click here for details.
Unique Wedding Rings
Unique wedding rings are designed for couples who specifically want something different from classic wedding bands. In our goldsmith’s workshop, we craft custom wedding rings from Mokume Gane, Damascus steel, or family heirloom gold—as well as completely personalized pieces based on your own ideas.
Unique material combinations, hand-forged textures, personalized engravings, and the option to incorporate your own keepsakes or family heirlooms transform a ring into a one-of-a-kind piece. The result is wedding rings that not only stand out for their design but also tell their own story.
We explain why more and more couples are consciously choosing unique rings in our article “What Makes Extraordinary Wedding Rings So Special.”
Stainless Steel Wedding Bands
Stainless steel wedding bands combine a clean, modern look with excellent practicality for everyday wear. In our jewelry workshop, we carry simple designs for women and men, which can also be embellished with diamonds upon request.
“Top Wesselton si” diamonds add subtle accents and give the rings an elegant yet understated look. The result is timeless wedding rings that are perfect for both minimalist designs and subtle sparkle.
Our stainless steel wedding rings are available in various sizes and styles.
Mokume Gane Jewelry
The distinctive lines and interplay of colors in Mokume Gane aren’t limited to wedding bands. We also craft pendants, rings, earrings, clasps, and bracelets as unique pieces of jewelry with their own special charm.
Gerstner Wedding Rings – Classic Wedding Bands from Pforzheim
In addition to our handcrafted Mokume Gane rings and custom-made pieces, classic wedding bands have also been part of our collection for many years.
In this area, we collaborate with August Gerstner, a company based in Pforzheim. This long-established company manufactures its wedding rings in Pforzheim and impresses us with its high-quality craftsmanship, diverse design options, and a clear commitment to quality.
Gerstner wedding rings are available in a variety of precious metals, widths, finishes, and designs, offering a wide selection for couples seeking classic or modern wedding rings.
Wedding Bands & Jewelry Crafted by a Master Artisan
Since 2006, master goldsmith Markus Wiesner has been crafting wedding bands and jewelry with joy and passion using the Japanese metalworking technique known as Mokume Gane. Mokume Gane rings are distinguished by their unique patterns, which often resemble the grain of wood. It’s no coincidence that “Mokume Gane” translates to “wood-grained metal.”
A distinctive feature of our goldsmithing: We craft our Mokume Gane wedding rings SEAMLESSLY, without any visible joints. The result is a ring with a continuous pattern, with no beginning and no end—hand-forged as a one-of-a-kind piece and, at the same time, a beautiful symbol of the bond between two people.
Mokume Gane Rings, Engagement Rings, and Jewelry—Truly One-of-a-Kind
Engagement rings can be as unique as the people who wear them. In our goldsmith’s workshop, you’ll find custom-crafted engagement rings made with Mokume Gane as well as classic designs by Gerstner. Depending on your preferences, you can combine different precious metals, diamonds, and design details.
Mokume Gane lends an engagement ring a particularly unique character thanks to its vibrant lines and interplay of colors. For those who prefer a more classic style, we also offer a selection of engagement rings in various designs and precious metals.
In addition to engagement rings, we also craft pendants, necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets in Mokume Gane. You’ll find a selection of Mokume Gane jewelry in our studio and shop .
Das besondere Steckenpferd von Markus und Michael Wiesner ist die japanische Schmiedetechnik „Mokume Gane“. Und innerhalb dieser, die Fertigung von faszinierenden Unikat Ringen und Trauringen. Diese über 360 Jahre alte Schmiedetechnik aus Japan eröffnet ein unfassbar weites Feld an kreativem Schaffen und damit verbunden unendlich viele Möglichkeiten, mal mehr, mal weniger kontrolliert, neue Strukturen und Farbenspiele zu entdecken. Auch wenn das Grundmuster der von uns gefertigten Mokume Gane Eheringe ein weiteres mal nachempfunden werden kann, entstehen bei jedem neuen Paar Mokume Gane Ringe wieder einzigartige Unikate. Die handwerkliche Fertigung mit der Walze und dem Schmiedehammer, und der erforderliche individuelle Umgang mit jedem verschweißten Mokume Gane Barren, lassen die Linien und Strukturen bei jedem Paar Trauringe einmalig erscheinen.
Mokume Gane Rings
Markus and Michael Wiesner’s particular passion is the Japanese forging technique known as “Mokume Gane.” And within this technique, they specialize in crafting fascinating, one-of-a-kind rings and wedding bands. This Japanese forging technique, which dates back over 360 years, opens up an incredibly vast field of creative expression and, with it, an infinite number of possibilities—sometimes more, sometimes less controlled—to discover new textures and color combinations. Even though the basic pattern of the Mokume Gane rings we craft can be replicated, each new pair of Mokume Gane rings results in truly one-of-a-kind pieces. The artisanal production process—using a roller and a blacksmith’s hammer—and the necessary individualized treatment of each welded Mokume Gane ingot ensure that the lines and structures of every pair of wedding rings emerge as one-of-a-kind creations each time.
If you’d like to learn more about the traditional art of blacksmithing, check out our article “What Is Mokume Gane?” for a detailed explanation of the technique, history, and significance of these special rings.
Trauringe selber schmieden
Trauringe selber zu schmieden ist ein besonderes gemeinsames Erlebnis, das lange in Erinnerung bleibt.
Unter professioneller Anleitung von Goldschmiedemeister Markus Wiesner gelingen die eigenen Trauringe auch ohne großes handwerkliches Geschick. Markus zeigt die einzelnen Arbeitsschritte, führt in die Techniken ein und begleitet Euch während der gesamten Anfertigung.
Dabei könnt Ihr zwischen verschiedenen Möglichkeiten wählen. Hier geht es zu den Details.
Unique Wedding Rings
Extraordinary wedding rings offer couples the opportunity to symbolize their love in a special way. These rings stand out from classic designs thanks to their unique styles, rare precious metals, and creative embellishments. Whether featuring delicate engravings, extraordinary shapes, or unusual combinations of materials—each one-of-a-kind piece is a small work of art that embodies individuality and personal style. These rings are ideal for couples who not only want to enter into a lifelong commitment but also wish to celebrate their journey together with a special and one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry. Let yourself be inspired and discover the wedding ring that represents your love in an extraordinary way.
We explain why more and more couples are consciously choosing unique rings in our article “What Makes Extraordinary Wedding Rings So Special.”
Stainless Steel Wedding Bands
Stainless steel wedding bands combine a clean, modern look with excellent practicality for everyday wear. In our jewelry workshop, we carry simple designs for women and men, which can also be embellished with diamonds upon request.
“Top Wesselton si” diamonds add subtle accents and give the rings an elegant yet understated look. The result is timeless wedding rings that are perfect for both minimalist designs and subtle sparkle.
Our stainless steel wedding rings are available in various sizes and styles.
Eheringe aus Familiengold oder Altgold
Etwas Altes, etwas Neues, etwas Gebrauchtes, etwas Blaues
Vielleicht besitzen Sie geerbtes Familiengold oder Altgold, das für Sie eine besondere Bedeutung hat. Wenn es die Legierungsqualität zulässt, können wir dieses Material direkt zu neuen Eheringen verarbeiten und so Erinnerungen und Familiengeschichte in den neuen Ringen weitertragen.
Sehr häufig fertigen wir aus geschenktem oder geerbtem Gold ganz persönliche Trauringe. Alternativ ist auch eine Verrechnung des Altgoldes möglich, wenn eine direkte Verarbeitung technisch nicht sinnvoll ist.
Mehr über die Möglichkeiten erfahren Sie bei unseren Eheringen aus Familiengold oder Altgold.
Mokume Gane Jewelry
The distinctive lines and interplay of colors in Mokume Gane aren’t limited to wedding bands. We also craft pendants, rings, earrings, clasps, and bracelets as unique pieces of jewelry with their own special charm.
Family Rings – Personalized and Custom-Designed
A family ring can be so much more than a traditional signet or coat-of-arms ring. It can encapsulate memories, relationships, and a family’s history in a truly personal piece of jewelry.
We had the privilege of designing the ring shown here for a family who had already exchanged Wiesner Mokume Gane rings at their wedding. Here, wild Mokume Gane meets simple rose gold, connected by a continuous wave motif. Two small gemstones represent the children who have since been born.
Perhaps you, too, have your own idea for a family ring. We’d be happy to transform your story into a personalized piece of jewelry.
Gerstner Wedding Rings – Classic Wedding Bands from Pforzheim
In addition to our handcrafted Mokume Gane rings and custom-made pieces, classic wedding bands have also been part of our collection for many years.
In this area, we collaborate with August Gerstner, a company based in Pforzheim. This long-established company manufactures its wedding rings in Pforzheim and impresses us with its high-quality craftsmanship, diverse design options, and a clear commitment to quality.
Gerstner wedding rings are available in a variety of precious metals, widths, finishes, and designs, offering a wide selection for couples seeking classic or modern wedding rings.
Zodiac Sign Jewelry
Zodiac signs are with us throughout our lives.
The zodiac jewelry designed by Michael Wiesner in 2004 is based on the constellations as we see them in the night sky in the Northern Hemisphere. Small brilliant-cut diamonds reflect the twinkle of the stars, while finely chiseled connecting lines trace the outline of each constellation.
Wiesner’s zodiac jewelry collection includes rings, necklaces, and bracelets and can be customized upon request—for example, with colored gemstones or multiple zodiac signs in a single piece. This collection is also a popular choice for a personal gift or an extraordinary wedding band.
Mamaring – The Baby Gift
The Mamaring is a personalized piece of jewelry commemorating the birth of a child. The children’s names are immortalized on the ring through a handcrafted engraving.
Originally, the idea was to transfer the mother’s original handwriting onto the ring. Over time, many other variations have emerged. We find engravings in the children’s own, still-unsteady handwriting particularly beautiful—a very personal snapshot that makes the ring a special keepsake.
Perhaps you have your own unique idea for your Mom Ring. We’d be happy to customize it to your wishes.
Who We Are | What We Do
Markus Wiesner – Master Goldsmith & Mokume Gane Specialist
Markus Wiesner has been a master goldsmith since 2000 and has been passionately crafting wedding bands and jewelry using the Mokume Gane technique since 2006. In addition to Mokume Gane, our in-house workshop also produces classic wedding bands, engagement rings, family rings, and custom-made jewelry.
A large portion of our in-house collections—including Mokume Gane wedding bands, zodiac sign jewelry, and “Mama” rings—is handcrafted by Markus. The result is not mass-produced, generic jewelry, but pieces that are individually tailored to our customers’ wishes.
Family-owned business since 1982
Michael Wiesner – Design, Consulting & Digital Media
The company was founded in 1982 by Doris Wiesner as “Schmuckstudio Wiesner” and has been run by Markus and Michael Wiesner, the second generation of the family, since 2001.
Michael Wiesner combines a deep understanding of craftsmanship with design and consulting. As a trained cabinetmaker and business administrator, he has been involved in jewelry design, CAD modeling, photography, and digital media for many years. In 2005, it was Michael who discovered the Mokume Gane forging technique, thereby providing a key impetus for the goldsmiths’ current direction.
The Mamaring and Zodiac Sign jewelry collections are his creations. Together with Markus, he develops new ideas, advises customers, and oversees custom projects from the initial concept to the finished piece of jewelry.